Fitness & Wellness

In addition to the great outdoors, residents at Balsam Mountain Preserve don’t have to stray far for state-of-the-art fitness and recreation.

Ruby Valley Fitness & Wellness Pavilion

Dedicated to members’ health, the Ruby Valley Fitness & Wellness Pavilion is a destination where families and friends come to swim laps, splash in the pool, play tennis, get a massage, work out with a trainer, enjoy afternoon cookouts, and so much more.

Our community complex comes complete with:

A 24-hour fitness pavilion, featuring the latest in aerobic and weight equipment

A Junior Olympic heated pool and adjacent toddler pool

An open-air Pavilion featuring a large great room, comfortable seating, and a HDTV above the fireplace.

Outdoor patio seating with social space that includes table tennis and foosball

Har-Tru surfaced tennis courts, with an impressive variety of programming designed for all age groups and skill levels, including camps, lessons, leagues, and tournaments

The latest expansion of the Pavilion features top-of-the-line cardio equipment, free weights and the creation of a dedicated motion studio designed for yoga, pilates, boot camp, TRX group classes and more! In addition, the facility features a member’s lounge, two massage and spa services rooms, and a beautifully designed relaxation garden.

Our Fitness Director provides members with a variety of Wellness Programs such as aqua aerobics, boot camp, mobility training, and personal training – his favorite.

Gavin Baldwin,Fitness Director

Gavin grew up a short drive from Balsam Mountain in Nantahala, NC. He studied Health and Physical Education at Western Carolina University, where he was given the opportunity to work with and train student athletes across a broad spectrum of sports including golf, track, basketball, tennis, and football. Through this experience, he developed a passion for health, fitness, and helping others achieve their goals. He has been on staff at Balsam Mountain Preserve for almost 2 years, and he looks forward to helping the wellness program grow while helping the members stay healthy and active.